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Comment by Dianne McCurdy on March 16, 2011 at 6:07pm

The mineral makeup we sell in our dermatology office is Glo Minerals and we have had a lot of success with it.  You can start off with a very small order and grow from there.  We have limited our sales to foundations, blushes and brushes with some lip gloss.

With regard to selling of products on internet ---- well that is, in my opinion, always going to be an issue.  If you report it to your reps, we have found that they have been somewhat successful in closing those sites down.  Chances are, they are old products that someone is trying to get rid of because the expiration date is nearing.  I once had a patient who told me that she was able to buy 2 Vitamin C's for the price of one of ours, even though it was the same product.  I asked her what color the Vitamin C was.  Response "somewhere between a dark amber and brown".  "Well, I told her you just purchased two expired products".  You can also remind your clients that if they have any issues with the products they buy on line, you cannot take responsibility for any returns, issues, problems, etc. even if you carry that same product.  Buying products from you allows them  to benefit from your knowledge base and customer service.   

Comment by Gina Williamson on March 16, 2011 at 4:56pm

p.s. it looks to me like professional products are being sold all over ebay!!! is this an issue for anyone?! :-(( is there no regulation for this?

Comment by Gina Williamson on March 16, 2011 at 4:48pm

Thanks, Brenda. :-)  It's a lot to figure out, for sure!! I thought I had it figured out- and then I started really researching, and now I feel like I know less than I did to begin with!! LOL!! how did that happen?!?! haha!

I am a huge believer in mineral makeup. I personally have been using Sheer Cover, but would like to be using something I can also turn around and SELL (I'm all about selling!! haha).  I don't necessarily want to stock cosmetics- but it might be nice to have a line I am associated with that my clients can sample and then order- and that I use to be my own advertisement.

So if anyone has any ideas/input for that, let me know!!

Comment by Brenda Griffin on March 16, 2011 at 4:35pm

Gina, I so feel your uncomfortableness from being new.  I too was there once so that's why I'm encouraging you to "believe."  If you believe, they will.  It's a learning curve and you'll get there.  We're all here to help you.  I do not carry cosmetics so another seasoned esty will have to jump on board here and assist you.  I do recommend mineral make-up when at all possible and yes, there are lines out there similar to Iredale that have no start-up.  Hoping Kat or Laura will share with you.

Comment by Gina Williamson on March 16, 2011 at 4:18pm

Thanks, Brenda. I guess being so new and learning about the product lines, I am still not a "believer" totally about any of them! haha! I have some classes coming up, and there are certain products I have used personally and love, but a lot of it is going to be me seeing results on clients and over time developing my own personal passion about specific lines/products.

Ok- the other question would be the cosmetic end... I know I don't want to invest thousands in being able to sell professional cosmetic lines... is there any merit to Arbonne in the cosmetic department- or are there are cosmetic lines that I can recommend/use/order/sell without hundreds of dollars of start-up?  I heard that Jane Iredale is around $4000. there is just no way.... :-( any ideas on this??

Comment by Brenda Griffin on March 16, 2011 at 4:11pm

Gina, I would recommend the professional products you carry, keeping giving away your knowledge about them and give them samples.  A little tidbit I learned from a business coach:  What they can and/or are willing to spend is none of your business.  You don't know that they will not spend the money on more expensive products.  Besides, Arbonne, is not inexpensive.  Professional products offer a better product and a little amount used.  They will spend the same amount at Walgreens over time on less effective products.  If you don't believe in the products you are offering, they won't.  Sorry, I'm off my soap box now.

Comment by Gina Williamson on March 16, 2011 at 4:04pm

Thanks, everyone. I appreciate the input.

I understand the concern about recommending a non-professional line... but what about those clients who are, say, primarily waxing clients and aren't willing to invest in facials or higher-end skin care products (professional), but would still be good candidates for better products than, say, what they can find at Walgreens- and I can offer it to them to earn more income? is it still not a valid option?  Obviously, I want to recommend to my clients whatever it is that best serves them AND me (as in, I receive income from my product recommendations/sales)- and what they are willing to buy.

Thanks for your input!!

Comment by Dianne McCurdy on March 16, 2011 at 5:06am

I also agree with others concerning Arbonne.  I think it would lessen your credibility as a professional.

Comment by Laura Cooksey on March 15, 2011 at 7:52pm

@I second that about Arbonne. There's just too many incredible professional lines to align yourself with - don't sell something that just any person can sell.....

Comment by Brenda Griffin on March 15, 2011 at 7:45pm

Gina, welcome to the incredible and wonderfully satisfying world of aesthetics.  You will do just fine.  It does sound like you have landed in a great place with lots of potential.  I believe carrying two professional lines is great if you can swing it.  Personally, I would steer you away from Arbonne because I believe it will devalue your "professional" services and the professional grade lines you are carrying.  Just my opinion.  Good luck!

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